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7-Day Egypt Budget Explorer: 5 Stars Nile Cruise - Ancient Wonders - GEM

7 days
From Cairo to Giza
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish
Group Size 2 - 15
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cairo

    Cairo
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Kove Hotel by The Pyramids or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Airport meet and assist
    • Private transfer from airport to hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Cairo by Night Tour ($65 USD) - includes Khan el-Khalili bazaar stroll, Egyptian street food sampling, Sufi dance performance at Wekalet El Ghoury, and illuminated Islamic landmarks
    • Old Cairo Highlights Tour ($85 USD) - includes Salah El-Din Citadel and Alabaster Mosque, Egyptian Museum with Tutankhamun treasures, Hanging Church (Coptic Cairo), Ben Ezra Synagogue, and gourmet lunch at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
    Wekalet El Ghoury
    Salah El-Din Citadel
    Alabaster Mosque
    Egyptian Museum
    Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa)
    Ben Ezra Synagogue
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  2. Day 2

    Giza - Cairo to Aswan

    Giza - Cairo to Aswan
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local lunch at restaurant), Dinner (Dinner served onboard the train)
    Accommodation
    Sleeper Train (Overnight Sleeper Train)

    Included Activities

    • Explore the Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza
    • Tour Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit papyrus institute to see ancient writing techniques and shop for souvenirs
    Landmarks
    Great Pyramid of Khufu
    Great Sphinx of Giza
    Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
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  3. Day 3

    Aswan - Temple of Philae

    Aswan - Temple of Philae
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast served onboard the train), Lunch (Lunch on board the cruise ship), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (5* Full board *Standard* Nile Cruise.)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour to Philae Temple
    • All day logistics

    Optional Activities

    • Nubian Village Culture Tour ($45 USD per person) - immerse yourself in vibrant traditions, colorful homes, and warm hospitality of the Nubian people
    Landmarks
    Philae Temple
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  4. Day 4

    Aswan - Kom Ombo

    Aswan - Kom Ombo
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on board the cruise), Dinner (Chef-prepared Egyptian specialties)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (5* Full board *Standard* Nile Cruise.)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour to Temple of Sobek (Kom Ombo)

    Optional Activities

    • Abu Simbel Private Tour ($110 USD per person) - includes entrance tickets, 3-hour scenic drive, and exploration of Ramses II's monumental rock-cut temples
    Landmarks
    Abu Simbel Temples
    Temple of Sobek and Haroeris (Kom Ombo)
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  5. Day 5

    Edfu - Luxor

    Edfu - Luxor
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (5* Full board *Standard* Nile Cruise.)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour to Temple of Horus (Edfu)
    • Guided tour to Karnak Temple
    • Guided tour to Luxor Temple
    • All day logistics
    • Mineral water during tours

    Optional Activities

    • Sunset Nile tour with traditional sailing boat (Felucca) ($25 USD per person)
    • Luxor Vibes Extension ($120 USD per person) - includes extra night in Luxor with horse-carriage city tour, local restaurants, optional sunrise hot air balloon flight over West Bank, comprehensive West Bank tour including Valley of the Kings and Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and leisure time
    Landmarks
    Temple of Horus
    Esna Lock
    Karnak Temple
    Luxor Temple
    Valley of the Kings
    Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
    Colossi of Memnon
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  6. Day 6

    Luxor West Bank to Cairo

    Luxor West Bank to Cairo
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Authentic Egyptian lunch at premier local restaurant with regional specialties and Nile views), Dinner (Dinner served onboard the train)
    Accommodation
    Sleeper Train (Overnight Sleeper Train)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Colossi of Memnon
    • Guided tour to Valley of the Kings (includes access to 3 tombs)
    • Guided tour to Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
    • All day logistics
    • Mineral water during tour

    Optional Activities

    • Hot air balloon sunrise flight ($120 USD per person) - drift above the Nile and ancient monuments at dawn for panoramic views of the landscape
    Landmarks
    Colossi of Memnon
    Valley of the Kings
    Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
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  7. Day 7

    Cairo - Departure

    Cairo - Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast served onboard the train)

    Included Activities

    • Pickup from Giza Train Station and transfer to preferred location

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  • Jessica4.8July 2026
    TourShare had our holiday organised from the moment we landed in Egypt. The accommodation was clean and comfortable...
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    Dear customer, On behalf of the entire team at TourShare, thank you for your kind review. We appreciate your trust in us to manage your travel arrangements. We strive to provide seamless, high-quality service for all our clients, and it is rewarding to know that we met your expectations during your recent journey. Your feedback is a testament to our commitment to excellence. Thank you again for choosing us, and we look forward to serving you again in the future." Best wishes, The TourShare team
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  • Robert4.8July 2026
    An exceptional trip at a budget price. The 5-star cruise was peaceful, the food was delicious, and the land hotels...
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    Dear customer, On behalf of the entire team at TourShare, thank you for your kind review. We appreciate your trust in us to manage your travel arrangements. We strive to provide seamless, high-quality service for all our clients, and it is rewarding to know that we met your expectations during your recent journey. Your feedback is a testament to our commitment to excellence. Thank you again for choosing us, and we look forward to serving you again in the future." Best wishes, The TourShare team
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  • Hasnaa4.8July 2026
    Unbeatable value. Lovely hotels, a relaxing cruise, and Mahmoud Hassan made learning about the ancient sites fun...
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    Dear customer, On behalf of the entire team at TourShare, thank you for your kind review. We appreciate your trust in us to manage your travel arrangements. We strive to provide seamless, high-quality service for all our clients, and it is rewarding to know that we met your expectations during your recent journey. Your feedback is a testament to our commitment to excellence. Thank you again for choosing us, and we look forward to serving you again in the future." Best wishes, The TourShare team
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  • Mira4.8July 2026
    Cruising the Nile on the Blue Shadow was the highlight of our holiday - immaculate cabins, excellent meals, and those...
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    Dear customer, On behalf of the entire team at TourShare, thank you for your kind review. We appreciate your trust in us to manage your travel arrangements. We strive to provide seamless, high-quality service for all our clients, and it is rewarding to know that we met your expectations during your recent journey. Your feedback is a testament to our commitment to excellence. Thank you again for choosing us, and we look forward to serving you again in the future." Best wishes, The TourShare team
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  • Sarah4.7July 2026
    A top-tier tour. Magnificent cruise, excellent food, comfortable hotels. Salah was charming and informative at every...
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    Dear customer, On behalf of the entire team at TourShare, thank you for your kind review. We appreciate your trust in us to manage your travel arrangements. We strive to provide seamless, high-quality service for all our clients, and it is rewarding to know that we met your expectations during your recent journey. Your feedback is a testament to our commitment to excellence. Thank you again for choosing us, and we look forward to serving you again in the future." Best wishes, The TourShare team
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  • Diana5.0July 2026
    We had a wonderful time exploring Egypt with TourShare. The land hotels were great and the days cruising on the Blue...
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    Dear customer, On behalf of the entire team at TourShare, thank you for your kind review. We appreciate your trust in us to manage your travel arrangements. We strive to provide seamless, high-quality service for all our clients, and it is rewarding to know that we met your expectations during your recent journey. Your feedback is a testament to our commitment to excellence. Thank you again for choosing us, and we look forward to serving you again in the future." Best wishes, The TourShare team
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  • Oliver5.0July 2026
    A great way to see Egypt without the luxury price tag - and without feeling like you're on a budget tour. The cruise...
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    Dear Customer, Thank you so much for your kind and positive review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with TourShare. It’s always our goal to provide exceptional service and create memorable travel experiences. We sincerely appreciate you choosing TourShare for your travel needs and taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to the opportunity to assist you with your future travels and to help create even more incredible memories. Thank you again for your trust and support! Best wishes, Mustafa The TourShare team
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  • Chloe5.0July 2026
    Choosing this 5-star tour was the best travel decision we've made. The Blue Shadow was modern with great amenities...
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    Dear Customer, Thank you so much for your kind and positive review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with TourShare. It’s always our goal to provide exceptional service and create memorable travel experiences. We sincerely appreciate you choosing TourShare for your travel needs and taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to the opportunity to assist you with your future travels and to help create even more incredible memories. Thank you again for your trust and support! Best wishes, Mustafa The TourShare team
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  • Daniel5.0July 2026
    A great tour. The food was better than expected, the ancient sites speak for themselves, and Mohamed kept everything...
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    Dear Customer, Thank you so much for your kind and positive review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with TourShare. It’s always our goal to provide exceptional service and create memorable travel experiences. We sincerely appreciate you choosing TourShare for your travel needs and taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to the opportunity to assist you with your future travels and to help create even more incredible memories. Thank you again for your trust and support! Best wishes, Mustafa The TourShare team
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  • Laura5.0July 2026
    The Princess Sarah turned this from a good trip into a proper dream holiday. Large cabins, a gorgeous ship, and the...
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    Asked on November 8th, 2025

    Are international flights included in the tour price?

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      TravelerWritten November 2025

      Are domestic flights guaranteed during the tour? We do not want to travel by train.

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      TravelerWritten November 2025

      Will the tour guide be French-speaking? Are tours conducted in French? Is the group multilingual or exclusively French-speaking?

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      Renee

      TravelerWritten November 2025

      What types of accommodation are provided? Hotel and cruise boat categories?

    • TourShareOperatorWritten November 2025

      International flights are not included in this tour.

    • TourShareOperatorWritten November 2025

      Domestic flights are not included in this tour. Flight upgrade is available for US $135 per person.

    • TourShareOperatorWritten November 2025

      A French-speaking guide is included and will accompany you throughout the tour.

    • TourShareOperatorWritten November 2025

      All hotels in this tour are 3-4-stars establishments, including breakfast. The Nile cruise is a 5-star standard experience. You can book a triple room, although the Nile cruise cabin may be a bit cramped for three adults.

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      Tipping for all hotel staff, drivers, and Nile cruise staff is included in the itinerary. However, the tour guide's tip is not included. Nevertheless, we will include it as a gesture of goodwill if this tour interests you.

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